PREMIER JOUR AFTER BREAST CANCER

PREMIER JOUR AFTER BREAST CANCER is a Canadian nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to supporting women who have completed breast cancer treatment and face challenges in accessing essential post-treatment care items. Established in 2013, the organization focuses on providing financial assistance and access to mastectomy bras and breast prostheses for breast cancer survivors who cannot afford these necessities.

History and Background

PREMIER JOUR AFTER BREAST CANCER was founded by Alicia Vianga, a certified bra and breast prosthesis fitter with expertise in fashion and trend forecasting. The organization emerged from a recognition of the lack of programs aimed at helping women maintain their self-esteem, sense of inner beauty, and physical comfort following breast cancer surgery, including mastectomy or lumpectomy procedures.

Mission and Services

The primary mission of PREMIER JOUR AFTER BREAST CANCER is to support breast cancer survivors by removing financial barriers to obtaining proper post-surgical undergarments and prosthetics. These items are critical for physical rehabilitation and emotional well-being but are often costly or not covered by healthcare.

Key aspects of PREMIER JOUR AFTER BREAST CANCER’s services include:

• Offering mastectomy bras and breast prostheses at no out-of-pocket cost to eligible breast cancer graduates.
• Addressing the gap in survivorship care by helping women regain confidence and a sense of normalcy after treatment.
• Providing specialized fittings and expert guidance in post-mastectomy lingerie needs.

Impact and Community Role

By focusing on post-treatment care, PREMIER JOUR AFTER BREAST CANCER fills an important niche in the continuum of breast cancer care, which traditionally emphasizes diagnosis and treatment but often overlooks rehabilitation and survivorship support. The organization’s efforts help improve quality of life for survivors, many of whom experience both physical challenges and psychological distress related to their treatment outcomes.

Legal Status

PREMIER JOUR AFTER BREAST CANCER is a registered Canadian charitable organization (Business Registration Number: 849225040RR0001), operating under the category of Core Health Care / Treatment and Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community.

This nonprofit represents a compassionate extension of breast cancer care, ensuring that survivors receive not only medical attention but also the dignity and support necessary for long-term recovery and well-being.[1][3][2]